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Purchase of a High-Performance FluoroSpot and ELISpot Reader

SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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13 May 2026 at 13:05

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, acting through the UK Health Security Agency, located in London, UK, and concerns the "Purchase of a High-Performance FluoroSpot and ELISpot Reader". This process falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The procurement was conducted through a limited method below threshold, indicating constrained competition. The contract, awarded on 13th May 2026, is now active, with the duration spanning from 12th May 2026 to 14th April 2027, and involves the delivery within the United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment. Companies like Mabtech AB, which are well-versed in providing high-performance scientific instruments, can find growth by aligning with public sector needs. The procurement's limited competition approach implies a targeted demand, favouring SMEs that can deliver niche, high-quality solutions. Engaging in such contracts allows businesses to establish themselves as trusted suppliers to government agencies, potentially leading to further procurement opportunities in the health and scientific research sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of a High-Performance FluoroSpot and ELISpot Reader

Notice Description

Purchase of a High-Performance FluoroSpot and ELISpot Reader * Mabtech IRIS(tm)2 FluoroSpot/ELISpot/FociSpot Reader * Mabtech Reader PC (IRIS) * PC 27" Monitor (IRIS) * PQ Plate IRIS * Total Assurance Service IRIS (Installation Qualification service)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0697c0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043941-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£57,698 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20262 days ago
Contract Period
11 May 2026 - 14 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MABTECH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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